Bob Beacham
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Bob Beacham has always had a fascination for all things mechanical and received an engineering degree from Aylesbury College in the UK. During his 35-year career, he has worked on everything from automotive components to oil rigs. On weekends you will often find him tinkering with a car or motorcycle. He’s also a DIY enthusiast, and with a great deal of help from his wife has completely renovated two derelict buildings, turning them into comfortable homes. He now splits his time between contract work and writing articles that share his practical experience. He may be the last person on earth who isn’t on Facebook, Twitter, or Linkedin.
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A 50-gallon water heater is usually the recommended size for houses with one to three bathrooms and families of three to six people. Millions of homes fall into this category, so the 50-g...
Sawing through metal by hand is hard work! A hacksaw can tackle occasional small jobs, but for larger pieces or if you cut metal on a regular basis, a power tool is the more sensible solu...
Milwaukee is a name that always features prominently in independent reviews of leading drill manufacturers. The company has a tremendous reputation for high-quality construction, competit...
Miter saws are, by far, the most popular cutting tool for residential jobsite use, and they’re also a versatile tool for a home workshop. DeWalt is widely recognized as a manufacturer of ...
Regardless of the welding process being used, or the welder’s skill, a proper safety helmet must always be worn. No exceptions. Not doing so could result in serious burns and temporary or...
If a screw head becomes damaged, it can be very difficult to remove. Sometimes cutting a fastener’s head off is the only workable solution, and often cutting screws and other fasteners is...
It’s not unusual for miter and chop saws to get mixed up. The fact that miter saws are sometimes mistakenly called chop saws doesn’t help. At a glance they have a lot in common. For examp...
A porch swing is a great place to relax on a balmy evening while sipping something cool and refreshing—what’s not to love? Even if you don’t have a porch, you can still create a similar v...
Whether you’re a keen DIYer or a pro, there’s little more frustrating than being unable to find the right tool when you need it. Digging through a disorganized pile of wrenches, hammers, ...
Welding can be used to fix auto bodywork, repair a gate, make an Art Deco chair, or create a garden sculpture. It can be a fascinating hobby or a full-time career. Skilled welders are alw...